When should I Climb Kilimanjaro

Kilimanjaro’s is so close to the equator, it is 3 degrees south. This gives the mountain a normally consistent weather pattern with no extreme winter or summer weather, but rather dry and wet seasons. The best time to climb Kilimanjaro tends to be the warmest and driest months in the chart above. Our main concern is safety, as the risks associated with climbing increase significantly when bad weather encroaches or Kilimanjaro gets hit by the tale end of a cyclone out in the Indian ocean.

When should I Climb Kilimanjaro

The effects of rain, mud, snow, ice and cold can add to the risk on the trails. You need to come fully prepared for a wide range of weather conditions. Watch our packing video. To give yourself the best chance of success you need to come with the right training and preparation. Do not underestimate altitude sicknessand take extra time for your body to acclimatize to the low levels of oxygen.

When should I Climb Kilimanjaro

Above 5,500m/ 18,044ft. you enter the lower realm of the death zone. This is extreme altitude and nothing lives or can survive about this height so having the right acclimatization scheduleis vital for success. Subsequently, your chances of a successful summit also increases significantly with nice weather and better acclimatization. Of course, the mountain gets more traffic during more stable weather months.

When should I Climb Kilimanjaro

In my opinion from climbing Kilimanjaro 30+ times mid to late January, February, June, July, August, September and October are the best months to climb Kilimanjaro with the best chance of warmer and dryer weather. January, February, August and September traditionally are the warmest months. June July are also considered good months to climb Kilimanjaro, but you can encounter colder temperatures higher up. With good weather comes more people. This is hard to avoid and should not discourage you from climbing in these good weather months. The key is in the acclimatization and physical conditioning. The Lemosho routegives you the best, safest and most beautiful route up Kilimanjaro.